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08.12.23 – Level 1 Advisory Committee Staff Chicago

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08.12.23 – Level 1 Advisory Committee Staff Chicago

Chicago, IL

Editor I

The Editor I will substantially contribute to the quality control of items at various levels of development in regard to style, format, clarity, and clarification of medical-content issues. The Editor I will collect, research, and communicate specific issues with items authors and with editing and test development staff. The communication will include independent interactions with item writers and reviewers and facilitation of virtual and in-person workshops and review meetings. An ability to learn an in-house style guide and foundational knowledge of basic punctuation, grammar, and writing is a must. Note: This position follows a hybrid schedule with mandatory on-site work Tuesday through Thursday and remote work on Monday and Friday. Occasional full-day Friday on-site meetings will be required; when these occur, a compensatory remote day will be provided the following week. Saturday meetings may also be required 2–4 times per year. No evening work is expected.

LOCATION: CHICAGO OFFICE  ( ROSEMONT AREA)

DEPARTMENT: LICENSURE ASSESSMENT SERVICES

Responsibilities

  • Edit items for NBOME medical assessments at all stages of development (e.g., developmental, copyediting, and proofreading). Implement an in-house style guide and conduct research to verify medical terminology. Screen test questions for person-first and bias-free language. Suggest item references for consideration of review committees. Work with the team to ensure that editing projects are completed on time. May provide feedback and mentoring to assistant editors.
  • Lead small groups of subject matter experts (SMEs) and review sessions, onsite and virtually. Deliver short presentations to larger groups (~20) on best practices in item writing.
  • Support Exam development processes which may include conducting a final review of exam content before publishing; reviewing test-taker comments on items, and planning/wrap-up for item-writing workshops.
  • Cultivate ongoing communication with item authors, ensuring strong collaborative relationships and providing timely, tactful, and detailed exchanges of item revisions. Collaborate with subject matter experts and in-house physicians to address editorial concerns.
  • Edit department reports, research summaries/proposals, and PowerPoints as needed.
  • Other duties as requested.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 1 year experience with proofing, fact-checking and/or copy/manuscript editing
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Experience with medical terminology preferred
  • Superior attention to detail
  • Mastery of fundamental editing principles and best practices
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Flexibility and positive team-oriented attitude
  • Organizational skills and ability to multi-task
  • Ability to apply house style guide within 6 months of experience/training
  • Ability to edit independently within one year of experience/training
  • Ability and desire to lead groups of subject matter experts in writing and review activities
  • Elementary experience with medical editing, including appropriate research terminology preferred
  • An understanding of examination blueprints and test development processes ideal.

Salary Information:   The salary range for this position is $50,000-$55,000.  The range may be modified in the future.

POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME REGULAR NON-EXEMPT
                 
To Apply:

Please submit a resume summarizing your qualifications to Human Resources by email at HRadmin@nbome.org. NBOME is an E-Verify participant.

The NBOME is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States.   

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Benefits

We offer an extensive benefits package, including generous medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, employer-matched 401(k), and more. In-office perks include free parking, beverage stations, and a full calendar of employee events. 

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Medical

Medical PPO plans with generous in-network coverage that includes prescription coverage and a vision insurance plan.
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Dental

Dental PPO plan, employer-paid, that includes orthodontia coverage for eligible dependents.
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Vision

Vision plan, employer-paid, that includes coverage for eligible dependents.
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Life Insurance

Employer-paid basic life insurance. Additional voluntary life insurance for employees and their spouses, domestic partners, and dependents at a cost.
Flexible spending

Flexible Spending

Flexible spending accounts that can help cover medical, dependent care, and commuter/transit costs.
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PTO

Generous paid time off, including 14 holidays, personal, sick, and vacation time.
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401(k)

401(k) retirement savings plan that includes an employer match.
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Tuition

Tuition reimbursement plan for undergraduate- and graduate-degree coursework
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Employee Assistance

Employee assistance program accessible to employees and their immediate family members 24/7.

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